1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 2010 Proton Arena
To start off, 2010 Proton Arena is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2010 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Proton Arena weights approximately 95 kg more than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Shuttle | 2010 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Shuttle | Arena |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
